Which hotel suits your taste in the City of Nizams?

R&RLocation: Situated on the Raj Bhavan Road, overlooking Hussain Sagar LakeLook: A contemporary aesthetic inspired by the old city, designed by the firm behind Dubai’s Burj KhalifaCrowd: It includes family and party-goers like Hyderabad local and tennis star Sania MirzaRooms: Designed by the likes of Rajiv Saini and Jean-Francois LesageEating & Drinking: There a plenty of options, from the multicuisine diner, Verandah to the dance club, KismetBest thing: The delicious Haleem at Aish, a restaurant designed by Tarun TahilianiWorst thing: A definite no-no is the pulsating EDM in the lobby and elevatorsPrice: Doubles from Rs4,500Website

ITC Kakatiya

Spa facilities at the ITC Kakatiya.

LuxuryLocation: Opposite the Chief Minister’s office, in the bustling commercial and residential hub of BegumpetLook: The hotel’s sophistication comes from earthy interiors and warm tonesCrowd: Government dignitaries and IPL team Sunrisers HyderabadRooms: The rooms and suites feature art inspired by the Kakatiya dynastyEating & Drinking: Drink at the Marco Polo lounge before gorging on Awadhi and Hyderabadi flavours at K&KBest thing: You can work in peace at the cosy business centre and mini libraryWorst thing: Although pretty and ideal to laze in, the freedom lagoon pool isn’t for serious lapsPrice: Doubles from Rs9,500Website

Trident, Hyderabad

Lobby of Trident, Hyderabad.

BusinessLocation: Close to major corporate parks, including MNCs such as Deloitte, Google and OracleLook: Ultra-modern interiors, high ceilings and red and gold tonesCrowd: Business honchos including Apple CEO Tim CookRooms: Floor-to-ceiling windows in all 293 spacious rooms and 30 suitesEating & Drinking: For closing those deals and networking, The Cigar Lounge works great.Best thing: Indian restaurant Kanak holds Tea tasting while the Italian restaurant Tuscany offers olive oil tastingWorst thing: The peace of the yoga studio is disturbed by the noise from the gymPrice: Doubles from Rs7,000Website

Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre

Lake View room at Hyderabad Marriott Hotel.

EventsLocation: On Tank Bund Road near SecunderabadLook: The convention Centre features traditional motifs such as stone elephant sculptures and jaali workCrowd: Includes corporate groups and couples looking for a staycationRooms: All 282 rooms and 13 suites come with free wi-fi and a spacious work areaEating & Drinking: Mughlai and Hyderabadi fare offered by Bidri, and Altitude Lounge Bar is great for a relaxed eveningBest thing: Their 17 sprawling event venues make it ideal for conferences and family gatherings.Worst thing: The Lake View Rooms also overlook a patch of rubblePrice: Doubles from Rs7,750Website